Nalachuan - Kashipur, Rayagada
Nalachuan is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nalachuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nalachuan is 425855. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Nalachuan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nalachuan
As per Census 2011, Nalachuan village has a total population of 272 people, consisting of 133 males and 139 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 91 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 262 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nalachuan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 262 | 126 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 67 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 66 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Nalachuan
Nalachuan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandibisi | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Baharapadamajhi | East | 3.30 km |
| Lelingapadar | North | 3.64 km |
| Uparajhiri | South-West | 4.00 km |
| Melamaska | North-West | 5.36 km |
| Kalagam | North | 5.60 km |
| Talajhiri | South-West | 6.26 km |
| Pudusil | North-West | 7.00 km |
| Sarmbai | North | 7.19 km |
| Kashipur | South-West | 7.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nalachuan
Nalachuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Leliguma, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Nalachuan is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Nalachuan is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nalachuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nalachuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nalachuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nalachuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nalachuan
Where is Nalachuan located?
Nalachuan village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nalachuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Nalachuan is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Nalachuan?
The pincode of Nalachuan is 765015.
What is the population of Nalachuan?
Nalachuan has a total population of 272, including 133 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Nalachuan?
There are 76 households in Nalachuan.
What is the literacy rate in Nalachuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nalachuan is 33.46%. Male literacy is 50.38% and female literacy is 17.27%.